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Naval Warfare
Learning from Japan: how to transform a fleet at speed
At a recent event in London, lessons were shared based on the experiences of the Japanese Navy and how it has been building a fleet rapidly.
Defence Notes
EU commits to increased defence spending and boosting capability
There has been increased pressure from the second-term Trump administration in the US, as there was in the first term, for increased defence spending from non-US NATO countries, a move which is noted by Europe as already occurring.
Air Warfare
Boeing CEO notes “confidence” in defence arm despite 20% Q4 revenue loss
Boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg indicated ongoing improvements were being made in its defence programmes going forwards, despite being affected in Q4 by cost pressures, higher manufacturing costs and the impact of the IAM strike.
Air Warfare
Updated US Air Force doctrine emphasises the need for multi-domain capabilities
Modifications in the US Air Force (USAF) doctrine aim to prepare the service for tomorrow’s warfare.
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Defence Notes
USAF explores radar for Agility Prime
7th January 2021
Phase I prime contract from USAF will see Metawave modify its Spektra radar for potential use on eVTOL aircraft.
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Defence Notes
Netherlands buys FM50 masks
7th January 2021
Netherlands joins Norway, Belgium and Finland in buying FM50 mask under NATO framework contract.
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Military Logistics
Lockheed Martin and industry partners support F-35s worldwide
7th January 2021
Short-term deal covers support for F-35 global fleet until end of June 2021, while negotiations continue on a long-term arrangement.
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Air Warfare
UK buys SPEAR 3 to arm naval aircraft
6th January 2021
High-subsonic missile from MBDA will equip F-35B aircraft on UK carriers.
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Naval Warfare
Safe Boats wins pre-production work on two Mk VI boats for Ukraine
6th January 2021
Deal is part of a wider $600 million FMS package.
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Defence Notes
Belarus retains close procurement ties with Russia
6th January 2021
Moves to acquire extra multi-role fighters and helicopters reflect continued reliance on Russian materiel.
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Air Warfare
Boeing receives FMS modification for Kuwaiti Super Hornets
6th January 2021
Latest contract covers integrated logistics support for fleet of single-seat and twin-seat aircraft.
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Naval Warfare
DoD awards overseas Aegis support deal
6th January 2021
Lockheed Martin to provide range of services for Aegis weapon systems operated by six FMS customers.
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Naval Warfare
First NZ frigate returns from upgrade
5th January 2021
Overbudget and behind schedule, HMNZS Te Kaha returns from Canada after its midlife upgrade.
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Air Warfare
Boeing receives new support contract for Saudi F-15 conversion programme
5th January 2021
Work is scheduled for completion by December 2022.
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Defence Notes
Kuwait seeks Patriot spare parts
5th January 2021
Potential FMS ‘represents a commitment by Kuwait to field and maintain systems that are interoperable with US forces’, says US State Department.
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Defence Notes
Russia expects Prometheus to breathe added fire into air and missile defence
5th January 2021
S-500 features enhanced radar and missile capabilities including warheads to hit space targets.
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Air Warfare
QinetiQ to deliver engineering services for Typhoon
5th January 2021
Contract forms second part of Phased Enhancement Programme for the multi-role fighter.
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Air Warfare
RAAF to expand Poseidon posse by a pair
4th January 2021
With maritime threats continuing to abound, Australia exercises an option for two more Boeing maritime patrol aircraft.
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Naval Warfare
UK carrier strike capability reaches IOC milestone
4th January 2021
UK hits the ground running in 2021 with the declaration that HMS Queen Elizabeth and its carrier strike group have reached initial operating capability.
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Uncrewed Vehicles
German Navy receives more Remus 100s
4th January 2021
Six UUVs with enhanced features join existing fleet.
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Air Warfare
UAE orders more GlobalEye aircraft
4th January 2021
UAE will increase its GlobalEye fleet to five aircraft by 2025 with latest order.
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Naval Warfare
December deals reflect closer Ukrainian-Turkish ties
4th January 2021
Series of contracts includes procurement of four Ada-class corvettes for the Ukrainian Navy.
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Air Warfare
Saudis want more precision bombs
4th January 2021
Proposed FMS deal to include 3,000 SDB I munitions.
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